asked the Minister for Agriculture if he will state the number of cattle purchased by the Department for the Waterford Tin-Meat Factory during the past 12 months and the price paid (including commission and expenses) by the Department for such cattle.

2,565 cattle were purchased at a total cost of £15,046 16s. 8d.

Does that include all the expenses in connection with the purchase of cattle?

Yes.

Commission and all the rest?

Yes.